The average train between Trier and Essen Hbf takes 3h 42m and the fastest train takes 3h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Trier to Essen Hbf. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Trier and Essen Hbf. The earliest departure is at 7:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Trier is at 10:31 PM which arrives into Essen Hbf at 3:02 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Trier to Essen Hbf. However, there are services departing from Trier station and arriving at Essen Hbf station via Koblenz Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.
Trier to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Süwex, depart from Trier, Hauptbahnhof station.
Trier to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Süwex, arrive at Essen Hbf station.
Book your Trier to Essen Hbf train tickets online with Süwex and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Trier and Essen Hbf is 189.9 km. The road distance is 283 km.
You can take a train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbf via Koblenz Hbf in around 4h 11m.